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What is the primary ingredient used to make chocolate?
What is the primary ingredient used to make chocolate?
What did the Mayan people of Central America discover about cacao beans?
What did the Mayan people of Central America discover about cacao beans?
Where do cacao trees primarily grow?
Where do cacao trees primarily grow?
What did Spanish explorers bring back to Europe from the New World?
What did Spanish explorers bring back to Europe from the New World?
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In addition to making chocolate bars, in what other form do people enjoy chocolate today?
In addition to making chocolate bars, in what other form do people enjoy chocolate today?
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Study Notes
Chocolate's Origins
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Cacao beans are the primary ingredient in chocolate.
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Mayan people of Central America discovered the beverage potential of cacao beans.
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Cacao trees mainly grow in tropical regions, specifically in Central and South America.
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Spanish explorers, exploring the New World, brought cacao beans back to Europe.
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Chocolate is enjoyed today in various forms, including bars, drinks, desserts, and even as a flavor in other foods.
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Test your knowledge of the origins of chocolate with this quiz! Learn about the journey from cacao seeds to delicious chocolate, and discover interesting facts about the Mayan people's contribution to the history of this beloved treat.